What Bread and Butter Pickles Are
Bread and Butter Pickles are sliced pickled cucumbers in a sweet-tangy brine, with a crisp bite and a clean finish. At Cumato, the style is made for everyday cooking, so it fits easily into a sandwich, beside cold meats, or on a plate with savoury snacks.
The flavour sits between sweet and sharp, which makes it useful when you want something to cut through rich food without overpowering it. It is also an easy cupboard item for quick meals, especially when you need a little something extra for lunch boxes or a last-minute platter.
- Sweet-tangy flavour profile
- Slice-ready for sandwiches and toasties
- Works well with savoury and salty foods
- Suitable for home use and food service
Sizes and Packing Options
Cumato offers Bread and Butter Pickles in practical jar sizes for different uses, from home kitchens to bulk catering. Smaller jars suit families, gift boxes and regular table use, while larger packs are a better choice for delis, cafés and hospitality kitchens that need steady stock.
When ordering, check the pack size, jar count and whether you need mixed items for hampers or only this preserve. If you are buying for events or resale, it helps to confirm your preferred quantity early, especially around holiday periods and seasonal functions.
- Retail jars for home use and gifting
- Larger packs for bulk orders and hospitality supply
- Mixed hamper options available on request
- Seasonal ordering for weddings, events and corporate gifts
Because this is a preserve, it does not need refrigeration before opening. Once opened, store it in the fridge and use a clean spoon each time to keep the texture and flavour in good condition.
Best Ways to Use It in the Kitchen
This product suits everyday meals where you want a sweet and sour note without much effort. It works well in toasties, with cold meats, in potato salad, or chopped through a savoury relish tray. It can also brighten up a simple braai spread where there is plenty of meat and a few side dishes.
For food service, it is handy on snack plates and buffet tables because it gives guests a familiar flavour with good balance. In busy kitchens, it saves prep time too, because the slices are ready to serve straight from the jar, no extra work needed.
- Toasties and sandwiches
- Cold meat platters
- Snack plates and savoury boards
- Potato salad and picnic sides
If you are cooking for a crowd, pair it with cheese, sliced meat and plain crackers so the pickle can do some of the flavour work. It also helps lift heavier foods, and that makes it useful for winter menus and lunch service in Paarl, Cape Town, Johannesburg and beyond.
Storage, Handling and No Power Needs
Bread and Butter Pickles need no gas, power or special equipment. You do not have to warm, chill or prep them before use, which makes them practical for homes, offices and venues where load-shedding can interrupt food prep. Keep the unopened jar in a cool dry place away from direct sun and strong kitchen heat.
After opening, refrigerate the jar and keep the lid on tightly. Always use a clean utensil, because crumbs and wet spoons can shorten the life of the preserve and affect the brine. If you are setting up for an event, open the jar shortly before service and return leftovers to the fridge as soon as possible.
- No electricity or gas required
- Store unopened jars in a cool dry cupboard
- Refrigerate after opening
- Use a clean spoon every time
Care and Serving Notes for Better Results
Like most pickled products, this preserve is best handled gently. Do not leave the jar standing open for long periods, especially in warm weather or near a braai. In coastal towns such as Gqeberha and Durban, extra care with sealing and storage is worth it because humidity can work against crisp texture.
For catering and hospitality use, decant only what you need for service and keep the rest sealed. If you are making a platter, drain excess brine lightly so the board does not become soggy. A small detail like that makes the difference between a neat plate and a messy one, especially on busy service days.
- Keep the jar closed when not serving
- Decant only the amount needed
- Drain lightly for platters and snack boards
- Use within a sensible time after opening
What to Check Before Ordering
Before placing an order, confirm the pack size, delivery area and use case. A home order for a pantry shelf is different from a bulk request for a wedding, a café or a corporate hamper, so it helps to be specific from the start. If you need a mix of preserves, note that in the enquiry form on the contact page so the team can advise on the best packout.
Also check whether you need stock for immediate use or for a future event date. For courier delivery across South Africa, timing matters, and it is best to plan ahead if you are sending to Johannesburg, Pretoria or outlying areas. For regular buyers, subscription boxes and repeat orders can keep the kitchen sorted without last-minute runs.
- Choose the right pack size for your use
- Confirm delivery town and event date
- State whether it is for home, retail or hospitality
- Ask about gift boxes, hampers or bulk supply
When in doubt, order a size that suits the number of people you usually serve. It is a practical product, and the right quantity makes serving easier, with less waste and fewer last-minute shop trips.
Key facts
| Product type | Sweet-tangy pickled preserve |
|---|---|
| Main use | Toasties, cold meats, snack plates and platters |
| Pack sizes | Retail jars and larger bulk options available |
| Storage before opening | Cool dry cupboard away from direct sun |
| Storage after opening | Refrigerate and keep tightly sealed |
| Power or gas needs | None required |
